Jefferson County, Oregon, is facing a mounting prosecutor shortage as former Wasco County DA Eric Nisley emerges as the only declared candidate for district attorney. The situation reflects wider challenges…
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February 27, 2026
Clark County leaders advanced a resolution denouncing political violence and emphasizing decorum in public meetings, a move with regional implications for civic participation and safety across Southwest Washington.
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Western Forest Products has filed pre‑planning documents with the City of Vancouver for a proposed expansion of its Fruit Valley facility, a move that may carry economic and logistics implications for communities along the I‑5 corridor, including Cowlitz County.
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Vancouver Police arrested a man after he allegedly rammed a rideshare vehicle carrying his wife, injuring the driver and heavily damaging the car, according to reporting by KOIN News.
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Instagram’s parent company Meta will begin notifying parents if a teen repeatedly searches for suicide‑related terms, a change announced amid ongoing legal scrutiny over youth safety. The update carries local relevance as Cowlitz County continues grappling with adolescent mental‑health needs.
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A new UW study on low-dose ketamine as a bridge from fentanyl to buprenorphine is drawing attention as Southwest Washington faces rising overdose deaths.
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The City of Longview Historic Preservation Commission is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Robert A. Long Historic Preservation Award, recognizing local contributions to preserving the community’s historical and cultural heritage.
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The Longview Public Library’s Seed Library returns next week with free seed packets, gardening resources, and a community activity challenge for the 2026 growing season.
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Oregon Public Broadcasting has released new annual financial and compliance documents, detailing revenue, oversight and federally required reporting that affects listeners across Southwest Washington.
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Ford has issued a safety recall for certain 2023–2024 Transit vans over missing brake‑assembly cotter pins, a defect prompting a national “Do Not Drive” advisory. The recall could affect work and transport vehicles throughout Cowlitz County.
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A Cowlitz County jury has convicted a Woodland man of attempting to elude law enforcement after a high‑speed pursuit on Lewis River Road. Prosecutors say sentencing is set for March 11.
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Washougal High School’s Victoria Nicacio has secured her second straight state wrestling title, according to reporting by the Camas-Washougal Post-Record and confirmed by WIAA results, reinforcing Southwest Washington’s growing presence in high school wrestling.
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Veterinary costs are rising across Southwest Washington, prompting more residents to seek pet insurance or low-cost clinic services. Reporting from the Camas Post Record highlights growing financial pressures and expanding demand for affordable pet care options.
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